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Thirty percent of adults living in the United States own at least one gun. If you are to own a gun, then you are taking on the responsibility of what being a gun owner means.

Knowing how to properly and safely use your gun is essential. Next, you need to learn how to perform gun maintenance.

We’ve compiled a guide just for that purpose, so continue reading below.

Organize Your Workspace

Before you start your weapon maintenance, you should have your workspace completely set up and organized.

It is most ideal if you have a dedicated table that you can use, ideally outside or in a garage. Gun cleaning requires the use of chemicals, oils, and solvents, so it’s best to have a well-ventilated workspace. If you must work indoors, find a space near an open window.

Fiocchi, a global leader in defensive, target, and hunting ammunition, congratulates Fiocchi Pro Team shooter Richard Marshall on his outstanding performance at the 2022 Grand American World Trapshooting Championships. The event was held at the World Shooting & Recreational Complex in Sparta, IL August 3-13.

Marshall took an astounding 21 trophies at the competition and captured top honors at numerous events, including:

MEC Outdoors Singles, Sterling Cut Glass Singles, SOS Clays Doubles, EZ-Go HAA, Negrini Preliminary HOA 1000 Targets, White Flyer HOA 1500 Targets, Excel Bottling Company Super 500 Doubles, NRA Singles, Cardinal Classic HOA 1289/1300, and the ATA 2600 HOA Championship by White Flyer.

Competitive shooting across the handgun, pistol, and shotgun disciplines is a cornerstone of Fiocchi’s mission and product portfolio, and every employee at Fiocchi works hard to ensure the company’s brand ambassadors and professional shooters enter their respective arenas with the most reliable and accurate ammo possible.

“We would like to congratulate Richard on his remarkable wins at the Grand American,” said Holly Hammond, Fiocchi Marketing Manager. “Richard is an integral part of Team Fiocchi, and we look forward to his standout performances in upcoming competitions.”

BHA’s annual member survey highlights membership’s youth, political diversity, identifies shared values of public lands hunters and anglers

MISSOULA, Mont. – Backcountry Hunters & Anglers released the results of its 2022 Membership Survey today, depicting a membership that trends young, is politically diverse, and is motivated by a set of core values: conservation ethics, tradition and health.

BHA’s survey offers up a profile of today’s public lands hunter and angler: characterized by an affinity for wild foods, a desire to spend as much time as possible on public lands and waters and a commitment to public service.

“Since its founding around a campfire almost 20 years ago, Backcountry Hunters & Anglers has remained committed to the values of the public lands hunter and angler, the seeker of backcountry solitude and solace, the adventurer who pursues experiences found only on our wildest lands and waters,” said BHA President and CEO Land Tawney. “We are proud to stand for the backcountry traditions provided by our North American landscapes – and to serve as a force to unite those who cherish and are willing to fight to uphold these traditions.

“BHA’s membership is driven to serve these shared values,” Tawney continued. “BHA members serve in the military at a rate nearly three times the U.S. average. And we are committed to ensuring that access to our public lands and waters is freely available to us all.”

Chapuis Armes, manufacturer of premium French shotguns and rifles for the discerning sportsmen, invites the public to an open exhibit of its sporting centerfire rifles and over-under and side-by-side shotguns. The event will take place at the Beretta Gallery, 41 Highland Park Village, Dallas, Texas, on September 29, 2022.

Since the early 1900s, Chapuis Armes has produced among the finest double-barrel and over/under shotguns in the world, as well as classical double rifles for dangerous game. In line with that proud heritage, the company now offers straight-pull bolt-action models to satisfy the needs of contemporary big-game hunters. From past to present, Chapuis imbues each firearm with the hand craftsmanship, artistry, and second-to-none quality that exemplifies the best of the European firearms tradition.

The Dallas event will include a presentation covering the exceptional history of Chapuis Armes — from the Golden Age of African safaris, through the 20th century’s rise of conservation-minded hunting, to today’s blend of traditional gun making techniques with advanced materials and manufacturing technologies.

The event hours are from 5pm to 8pm on Thursday, September 29. Guests are invited to view and handle the exquisite Chapuis firearms on display at the Gallery and to meet with factory executives from Chapuis’ St.-Bonnet-Le-Château facility in France. Hors d’oeuvres and wine will be offered to attendees throughout the evening’s event.

Learn more about Chapuis Armes and the company’s premium firearms at,  ChapuisUSA.com.

Evolution Outdoor is pleased to offer a diverse lineup of premium rifle, shotgun, and pistol cases as hunters gear up for the Fall 2022 hunting season. From big game, small game, waterfowl, and everything in between, Evolution Outdoor has a quality and functional case option for every type of hunt and every type of firearm.

A few of Evolution Outdoor’s best sellers include:

The President Series

This is truly a premium gun case. With its antique brass features and dual compound foam, not only does this case look good but will keep your firearm fully protected. It has dual accessory pockets and fits scoped rifles. ‪This is a fantastic, quilted case for your best firearm. This case is available for rifles, shotguns, & pistols.

The Rawhide Series

Premier Body Armor is proud to announce the next evolution in their line of body armor, the Everyday Armor T-Shirt. With the protection of a bulletproof vest, now in a lightweight, concealable t-shirt, everyday protection has never been more discreet or affordable.

“Keep your traditional soft armor vest ready and on standby for SHTF situations, but for daily use consider the Everyday Armor T-Shirt 2.0.” said Alex Stewart, President of Premier Body Armor. “This revolutionary product, now in its second generation, is the cutting edge of daily wear body armor. With the EAT2.0 you can wear real, Made in the USA, Level IIIA body armor all day without the awkwardness, discomfort, or lifestyle change that comes with a traditional bulletproof vest. This is the next evolution of EDC body armor.”

Constructed of a proprietary moisture-wicking, antimicrobial compression fabric, the two armor pockets (front and rear) are specifically designed to accept Premier Body Armor’s Level IIIA,  7.75″x 12.75″ vital protection ballistic insert to protect the cardiac box, the home of your most vital organs. The new Everyday Armor T-Shirt has an MSRP of only $279.

At just .22” thick and 0.8 pounds each, the compatible armor inserts meet the same NIJ ballistic standards and hold to the mission of PBA to create armor solutions that can be integrated into anyone’s lifestyle without disruption. TSA approval means this everyday t-shirt can truly be worn everyday, everywhere, providing you peace of mind in any situation.

Learn more about Premier Body Armor and their complete line of armor at Premierbodyarmor.com.

New for 2022, Gamakatsu® introduces 9-inch pliers to its lineup. Similar to the popular 6- and 7-inch pliers, the 9-inch pliers have an added 45-degree angle to provide a comfortable position for various tasks. Say goodbye to awkward angles and hello to an ergonomic, reliable tool. 

Like all the pliers Gamakatsu offers, these pliers are stainless steel with a PTFE coating to aid against corrosion and rust. This protective plastic is sprayed on and baked to create a nonstick, waterproof, non-corrosive and non-reactive surface. The handles also feature a non-slip grip that helps anglers hold on during wet conditions. 

The Gamakatsu pliers have precise crimping jaws to fit various sizes of sleeves. When big-game fishing, anglers will appreciate the crimps for hard-to-work-with heavy mono. Anglers will also enjoy the precision split ring feature on the needle nose tool. This feature will cut down the time anglers spend changing or replacing split rings. These pliers also feature a multi-tasking jaw that utilizes an outside cutter to cut braid, mono, or fluorocarbon. 

Included with the pliers are a lanyard and a black nylon sheath, so the pliers are right where they are needed. Gamakatsu’s heavy-duty pliers will become the favorite tool for avid salt or freshwater anglers!

Gamakatsu 9-inch Pliers Features:

Benefits of using Tungsten Super Shot for Turkey Hunting By: Kristine Ostertag

Nothing is more rewarding than punching that tag on a Tom you had been chasing. Fall is almost here, and the thrill of the chase is upon us again. Fall Turkey hunting has its challenges, as the Tom’s are no longer eager to find a hen to breed and are not as responsive to calls. In the Spring, turkeys will roost in the same general area, but during the fall, they spread out and can be harder to pin down. As a result, you may find it harder to get the birds to come within range for a shot, and you may leave the field empty-handed. However, ammunition has made giant leaps and bounds, and now with TSS available, you may find yourself bagging that fall turkey with ease. 

Tungsten Super Shot flies farther, hits harder, and penetrates deeper than any other shot on the market. The benefits come from tungsten’s higher denser compared to any other pellet material. Tungsten is 60% more dense than lead. Therefore, you can reduce shot size and increase pattern retention at longer distances compared to heavier steel or lead loads.

Since Tungsten Super Slam TSS is denser, harder and smaller, it maintains its shape longer and has significantly higher penetration energy. This means you will have more shot hitting your bird and penetrating deeper, ensuring a clean kill at longer distances. For example, the Tungsten Super Slam TSS Turkey Loads #9 shot has 720 pellets, and Winchester’s Double X #5 shot has approximately 311 pellets. When shooting Tungsten Super Slam TSS Shot, instead of having 311 pellets flying at your turkey, you’ll now have 720 pellets that will hit harder and deeper. So the next time that Tom gets hung up outside of your normal range, you won’t have to worry. 

To show you what this looks like, I decided to set my target up at 50 yards and shoot both the TSS and lead. The first image shows the pattern with a modified choke tube with the Tungsten Super Slam TSS #9 shot. The second image shows the Double X #5 shot pattern through a modified choke. Usually, you would use a full or extra full choke tube for lead turkey loads, so the third image shows the pattern through an extra full choke. 

The National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW), the association representing shooting sports wholesalers, manufacturers and their trade partners, is pleased to announce that FightLite will be sponsoring an NASGW Expo Happy Hour on Wednesday, October 26th in Kansas City, MO.

“The NASGW Expo provides attendees a great opportunity to connect with industry decision makers during events like our Happy Hours on the show floor,” said Kenyon Gleason, NASGW President. “The Expo would not be possible without great partners like FightLite sponsoring our Happy Hours. We appreciate their support and look forward to seeing all of our members in Kansas City.”

The NASGW Expo will be held on October 26 – October 28 at the KCCC (Kansas City Convention Center) in Kansas City, Missouri. The Expo is the premier event for shooting sports wholesalers and manufacturers to review current market conditions, forecast future sales, and plan for the upcoming year.

“Of the various outdoor industry events that we participate in throughout the year, the NASGW Expo is generally the one that we look forward to the most. For us, it’s the kickoff event for both the fall sporting goods season and for reconnecting in person with our excellent wholesale & distribution partners,” said Geoffrey Herring, President & CEO of FightLite Industries. “NASGW is also where we introduce our new products, and this year it’s our exciting new, patent-pending HERRING® Model 2024 – Modern Lever Action rifle. As a company that’s committed to 2-step distribution and our partnership with NASGW, we’re looking forward to a great week in Kansas City and are proud to be a sponsor of this year’s Happy Hour.”

The NASGW Expo is one of the most productive events within the shooting sports industry. It is a closed event for NASGW Members, creating a very productive business environment for Expo attendees. Exhibitors and attendees value the smaller, meeting focused event that provides a one of a kind opportunity to connect with their partners in a short period, to plan for the year ahead. If you would like to learn more about NASGW or the NASGW Expo, please visit www.nasgwexpo.org. 

ENTERS FALL SEASON WITH BLAST OF PORTABLE POWER

Charlotte, NC – The new WORX® Nitro 80V Brushless Backpack Leaf Blower is entering its first fall season of quickly and efficiently rounding up leaves and other lawn debris.  This power-packed and maneuverable cordless blower is a boon to homeowners with larger lawns, as well as commercial landscapers managing medium-sized properties. 

The backpack blower uses inline turbine fan technology to generate air volume up to 800CFM at speeds up to 150 mph to lift and clear away dry or wet leaves and debris. In addition, dual intakes pull in air for greater volume output and blowing-power. The blower’s Newton rating is 22N on Turbo mode and 16N on High mode.

Also among the blower’s premium features are the innovative WORX Base Camp portable/transferable power system and high-efficiency brushless motor.

Base Camp is a removable power pack that combines four 20V 5.0Ah Power Share PRO batteries to deliver 80 volts of power and performance.  This versatile power module drives the blower and charges all four batteries with an included cord. It also can power other WORX 80V tools, such as the new WORX Nitro 80V Self- Propelled 21 in. Lawnmower.

The Remington Gun Club hosted the inaugural Shoot to Cure charitable fundraiser on Friday, September 23, 2022 in Lonoke, AR. The sporting clays shoot raised a five-figure amount in support of the Arkansas Children’s Foundation.

Featuring Remington’s new Gun Club Cure ammunition, the event was a huge success. Bringing together community leaders, local companies and top-tier shooters, funds raised contributed to the Arkansas Children’s Foundation, a nonprofit supporting children’s hospitals and disease research. Each shooter played a large role in helping families and children in need.

“We’re thrilled at the outcome of our first Shoot to Cure,” said Remington’s Director of Marketing Joel Hodgdon. “Thanks to all our attendees and sponsors, the sporting clays fundraiser gave us all a chance to give back to our community – and break a few clays along the way.”

The success of the event was made possible by sponsors including Remington, Bushnell, Nighthawk Custom, Silencer Central, Midway USA Foundation, Staley Electric, Confetti’s, United Health and Smart Choice Delivery, among others.

Find Remington ammunition at dealers nationwide and online. For more information on Remington ammunition and accessories, visit www.remington.com.